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As the telecommunications industry continues to blur lines that traditionally have separated different trade segments, competitive access providers are poised to be active players. But CAPs already are distinguishing themselves …

As the onset of narrowband personal communications services nears, the industry is abuzz about what promises to be the next wave of wireless wonder. But for many narrowband providers-to-be, it …

Reports are circulating that some within the Republican Party are organizing to dismantle the Federal Communications Commission, citing there is no longer a need for a government organization to regulate …

As one company fine-tunes its debut for narrowband personal communications services, others bide their time by determining market position and devising rollout strategies. SkyTel Corp.-through its PCS bidding entity Destineer …

WASHINGTON-In a major setback for states, the Federal Communications Commission ruled public utility commissions cannot regulate local rates of commercial wireless carriers. The FCC on May 11 rejected petitions from …

In India, where basic telephone service is scarce and telecommunications unfamiliar, the introduction of paging technology promises new opportunities for both service providers and consumers. After the Indian government opened …

Targeting a wireless industry with complicated network management needs, Sun Microsystems Inc. said it has introduced its Solstice family of products to wireless manufacturers and operators as an easier way …

WHEATON, Md.-The threat of personal communications services encroaching on the cellular telephone industry and a good economy with an expanding consumer market led to accelerated growth in the cellular phone …

After much trepidation, you have just purchased a new luxury vehicle. The first few moments with the car are spent testing the sun roof, the stereo and envisioning just where …

The decision by the California Public Utilities Commission to allow bundling of cellular telephones gives the commission a card to play as it seeks permission from the Federal Communications Commission …

Culminating seven years of development and fine-tuning, American Mobile Satellite Corp. has launched the country’s first satellite for mobile communications, giving lift-off to a new form of wireless services. Hughes …

As cellular carriers attempt to roll out nationwide coverage with new mobile data services, Los Gatos, Calif.-based Metricom Inc. is focused on establishing its Ricochet data network in two major …

DALLAS-PageMart Inc. is extending its paging coverage in the Caribbean to meet the demand of travelers in the region, the company said. Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and the Bahamas …

WASHINGTON-The Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association donated $50,000 worth of advanced telecommunications testing equipment to the U.S. Secret Service as part of an ongoing industry-government effort to crack down on wireless …

The road to wireless telecom headquarters these days seems to lead to the nation’s Lone Star state. Dallas, the eighth largest city in the country, has captured the interest of …

As cellular carriers attempt to roll out nationwide coverage with new mobile data services, Los Gatos, Calif.-based Metricom Inc. is focused on establishing its Ricochet data network in two major …

GARDEN GROVE, Calif.-AirTouch Teletrac introduced new messaging plans for its communications and vehicle location system, designed to save users time and free radio waves for more specific communications. For $28 …

With plans to target the corporate market, Swedish telecommunications operator Telia and Ericsson Inc. are testing a new dual-mode telephone that will allow users to seamlessly switch from private wireless …

WASHINGTON-A group called the Specialized Mobile Radio Wireless Operators Network, or SMR WON, recently formed to fight recent federal policies the group says will increase the cost of business dispatch …

Nintendo, a name most familiar in exclusive circles-the young teens market-has made its first U.S. investment in a small company with an “expanding” technology. Waltham, Mass.-based Reflection Technology Inc. has …

WASHINGTON-Sparks are flying weeks before public comments are due at the Federal Communications Commission on applications from six firms seeking licenses to operate global pocket-phone satellite systems. “I think that …

OAKBROOK, Ill.-GTE Airfone says it has introduced the first digital public facsimile machines aboard aircraft. Fax machines now will be available on United Airlines’ transcontinental routes from New York to …

In unspectacular fashion, Susan Ness diligently immersed herself in spectrum auction and personal communications services rulemakings at the Federal Communications Commission soon after she was confirmed as a commissioner by …

ReadyCom Inc. is bringing voice-mail messaging to wireless communications with ReadyTalk, a single unit that uses the cellular network to deliver voice mail service to a portable handset. Comcast Cellular …

Recent research on cellular subscriber churn conducted by customer satisfaction powerhouse J.D. Power and Associates calls into question the industry’s “more-is-better” approach to retail distribution of service. J.D. Power for …